Max Alexander
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Take the Chill off Modern Architecture
This Old House television project
A Guide to Modern House Framing Materials
Learn about the new technology and techniques in framing construction, which allow for higher ceilings, larger open spaces, and even cantilevered rooms.
A Wall of Windows Goes Into the TOH Cambridge House
Catch up on advances in home-window manufacturing.
Building a Flat Roof Right
Here's how the pros construct one so it stays tight and tight.
How to Take Down a Wall
Tom Silva and friends take down an outdated carport by hand in the Cambridge house
Some Commonsense Rules for Maintaining a Flat Roof
Flat roofs demand more attention than pitched roofs, but depending on your situation, flat might be the better bet.
3 Types of Flat Roofs
New flat roofing options are appearing. They wear better than older material, but they cost more, too.
3 Ways to Reduce Road Noise in Your Backyard
Here’s our best noise reduction tips to help you block out the sounds of busy street traffic and your neighbor’s lawn mower.
Front and Center
An entryway is more than just a door. Design it right, and it'll welcome friends, improve your home's curb appeal, and protect you from the weather
How To Take One Old Barn and Call It Home
Barns make great houses — once you clean them up, sheathe them, and add a few comforts for creatures of a very different kind